“Policymakers tend to focus on changes in the national or state unemployment rate, or on layoffs by existing companies. But the data from this report suggest that growth would be best boosted by supporting startup firms,” said Robert E. Litan, VP of Research and Policy at the Kauffman Foundation. http://www.kauffman.org/newsroom/u-s-job-growth-driven-entirely-by-startups.aspx
MICROENTERPRISE
EXPANDING OPPORTUNITY
MEMBERS
We all recognize the challenges created by today’s economy. Historically, microenterprise generates economic opportunity in the U.S. even during tough economic times.
WSMA leads collaborative, statewide efforts to increase Washington entrepreneurs’ access to resources, including technical assistance and capital, in their own communities.
WSMA members work together to strengthen domestic, economic development systems that support the growth of entrepreneurs, and strong microenterprises.